Aranui Farmstay

147 Tumutumu Road, 3985 Waitomo Caves, New Zealand – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.6/10! <small>(score from <b>270</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
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Aranui Farmstay

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Scored 9.5
9.5
Rated exceptional
Exceptional
270 reviews
  • Entire apartment
  • 269 ft² size
  • View
  • Garden
  • Pets allowed
  • Free WiFi
    160 Mbps
  • Terrace
  • Free parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Non-smoking rooms

Situated in Waitomo Caves in the Waikato region, Aranui Farmstay has a garden. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 2.1 km from Waitomo Glow Worm Caves. The apartment with a terrace and garden views features 1 bedroom, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchenette with a microwave and a toaster, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. The property has an outdoor dining area. The apartment has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. The nearest airport is Hamilton Airport, 63 km from the apartment.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Free private parking available on-site

Reliable info
Guests say the description and photos for this property are very accurate.

Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.7
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
9.6
High score for Waitomo Caves
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Boaz
    Australia Australia
    “Welcoming and friendly host. Great location and scenery. Excellent value for money.”
  • Lauren
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The location was perfect, very quiet. Right by the waitomo caves. The hosts were lovely and welcoming.”
  • Lucas
    Australia Australia
    “The hosts were super friendly and went out of their way to make our stay as comfy as possible. They provided us with advice and gear on how to see some glowworms in the evening! The room was very nice and had a delicious breakfast included.”
Quality rating
This property is rated 4 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Hosted by Liz and Rob

9.6
9.6
Host review score
Host review score
Liz and Rob
Nothing can beat our views of the valley, native bush and bird song. We have beautiful short bush walks at our doorstep and provide head torches so you can spot you own gloworms at night. We offer a free continental breakfast with coffee and homemade muesli, so you can make the most of your mornings during your stay, and relax in the peaceful surrounds.
This is a 4th general family property and Rob and Liz have lived in the region all their lives, working in the rural sector and tourism. They love sharing this special place with visitors, and pride themselves on a relaxing, quiet, rural NZ experience. Eeyore the donkey is a guest favourite, he loves an apple (bring a bag) and a pat.
We suggest a 2 or more night stay to experience all that Waitomo has to offer, and then use us as a base to visit Hobbiton 1 hr 15 mins (one way). Auckland 2hr, Rotorua 2 hrs, Taupo 2 hrs, New Plymouth 2.5 hrs. Experience the black sands of Kawhia Beach (1hr), dig your own hot pools, and have fish and chips on the beach.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Aranui Farmstay
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Internet
    Fast free WiFi 160 Mbps. Suitable for streaming 4K content and making video calls on multiple devices. Speed test carried out by the host.
    Kitchen
    • Dining table
    • Coffee machine
    • Cleaning products
    • Toaster
    • Electric kettle
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator
    • Kitchenette
    Bedroom
    • Linen
    • Wardrobe or closet
    Bathroom
    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Bath or shower
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Free toiletries
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower
    Living Area
    • Sofa
    • Seating Area
    Media & Technology
    • Flat-screen TV
    • TV
    Room Amenities
    • Private entrance
    • Carpeted
    Pets
    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
    Accessibility
    • Entire unit located on ground floor
    Outdoors
    • Picnic area
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Outdoor dining area
    • Terrace
    • Patio
    • Garden
    Food & Drink
    • Breakfast in the room
    • Tea/Coffee maker
    Outdoor & View
    • Garden view
    • View
    Building characteristics
    • Semi-detached
    Entertainment and family services
    • Board games/puzzles
    Miscellaneous
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    Languages spoken
    • English

    House rules
    Aranui Farmstay takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 15:00 to 22:00
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    From 09:00 to 10:00
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children are not allowed.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There is no age requirement for check-in
    Payments by Booking.com
    Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed
    Pets
    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    Please inform Aranui Farmstay in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

    FAQs about Aranui Farmstay

    • Aranui Farmstay offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Yes, Aranui Farmstay is popular with guests booking family stays.

      • Aranui Farmstay is 0.9 miles from the centre of Waitomo Caves. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

      • The prices at Aranui Farmstay may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

      • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Aranui Farmstay on this page.

      • Aranui Farmstay has the following number of bedrooms:

        • 1 bedroom

        For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

      • Check-in at Aranui Farmstay is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

      • Aranui Farmstay can accommodate the following group size:

        • 2 guests

        For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.